Prof. Schiopu Adriana-Gabriela | Nanoparticles | Best Researcher Award
Faculty of Mechanics and Technology, Pitesti University Centre at National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Romania.
Adriana-Gabriela ศchiopu, PhD ๐, is a Professor habil. in Materials Engineering at the University of Piteศti ๐ท๐ด. With over two decades of experience, she has excelled in academic leadership, research, and education, focusing on materials science, heat treatments, and corrosion protection โ๏ธ. As an ARACIS evaluator and PhD supervisor, she contributes to advancing quality in higher education. Dr. ศchiopu has led multiple international research projects ๐, authored numerous scientific publications ๐, and earned prestigious awards like the Gold Medal ๐ at the Geneva Invention Salon. She is also an active member of several professional associations ๐ค.
๐ Education
- ๐ PhD in Materials Science and Engineering โ University of Piteศti (2008)
- ๐ Masterโs in Materials Science and Technology โ University of Piteศti (2006)
- ๐งช Bachelorโs in Chemistry-Physics โ University of Piteศti (2002)
- ๐ High School Diploma (Mathematics โ Physics) โ Nicolae Bฤlcescu High School, Piteศti (1996)
- ๐ Habilitation Certificate in Materials Engineering โ Ministry of National Education (2017)
๐ผ Professional Experience
- ๐ฉโ๐ซ Professor habil., PhD Supervisor โ University of Piteศti (2019โpresent)
- ๐๏ธ Quality Management Officer โ National University of Science and Technology, POLITEHNICA of Bucharest (2020โpresent)
- ๐งช Head of Materials Science and Engineering and Heat Treatment Laboratory โ University of Piteศti (2022โpresent)
- ๐ Member, Management Committee โ COST Action CRM-EXTREME (2015โpresent)
- ๐ Director, Center for Research-Development-Innovation โ University of Piteศti (2016โ2020)
- ๐ฌ Vice-Rector for Scientific Research and Competitiveness โ University of Piteศti (2015โ2016)
- ๐ Director, Research Institute โ University of Piteศti (2012โ2015)
- ๐ Scientific Director, PatLib Regional Center Argeศ (2015โ2019)
- ๐ฉโ๐ผ Responsible, French-Romanian Master Program โ Partnership with National Polytechnic Institute of Toulouse (2015โ2017)
- ๐ University teaching roles from Assistant Professor to Professor (2003โpresent)
๐ Professional Development
Adriana-Gabriela ศchiopu ๐ has consistently advanced her expertise through diverse professional development programs. She holds certifications in Project Management ๐๏ธ, Quality Management Systems Auditing โ , and Communication & Persuasion in the Public Sector ๐ฃ๏ธ. Dedicated to modern education, she completed training in Teaching and Assessment in the Digital Era ๐ป and Didactics of Technical Disciplines ๐ซ. These qualifications complement her leadership in academic quality assurance ๐ and innovative education methods ๐. Through ongoing learning and application, Dr. ศchiopu ensures excellence in research ๐ฌ, teaching ๐ฉโ๐ซ, and institutional development ๐๏ธ, making her a key figure in her field.
Adriana-Gabriela ศchiopu focuses her research on Materials Science and Engineering โ๏ธ, specializing in nanomaterials ๐งช, advanced coatings ๐งค, and heat treatment technologies ๐ฅ. Her work targets critical areas such as eco-friendly nanotechnologies ๐ฑ, corrosion protection ๐ก๏ธ, and additive manufacturing ๐ญ. She contributes to cutting-edge projects in energy systems โก, medical devices ๐ฅ, and automotive and aerospace industries ๐โ๏ธ. By leading national and international research initiatives ๐, Dr. ศchiopu drives innovation in sustainable materials ๐ฟ and smart manufacturing ๐ค, bridging the gap between academic research and industrial applications for a cleaner, high-tech future ๐.
๐ Awards & Honors
- ๐ฅ Gold Medal โ International Salon of Inventions, Geneva (2013) for the Passive Side Impact Protection System for Cars ๐๐ก
- ๐ Project Leadership โ Director of multiple European research projects focused on nanomaterials and advanced technologies ๐๐ฌ
- ๐ฅ Coordinator of Award-Winning Research Teams in international collaborations and innovation projects ๐ค๐
- ๐ Recognition for Scientific Contributions through publications in prestigious ISI journals ๐โ๏ธ
- ๐๏ธ Active Member of professional associations such as the Romanian Chemical Society โ๏ธ, MODTECH ๐ญ, and CRIFST Argeศ ๐ฌ
โ Conclusion
Adriana-Gabriela ศchiopuโs outstanding research career, global collaborations, innovative contributions to material science, and her significant impact on industry and academia make her an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award ๐. Her work not only advances scientific knowledge but also promotes sustainable and practical technological solutions for the future ๐๐ฟ.
Publications Top Noted
๐ Advantages and disadvantages of chemical methods in the elaboration of nanomaterials โ EM Modan, AG Plฤiaศu, The Annals of โDunarea de Josโ University of Galati. Fascicle IX, Metallurgy, 201, ๐๏ธ 2020, ๐ Cited by: 201
๐ Characterization and properties of ZnO based nanopowders prepared by solar physical vapor deposition (SPVD) โ J Kouam, T Ait-Ahcene, AG Plฤiaศu, et al., Solar Energy, 82(3), 226-238, ๐๏ธ 2008, ๐ Cited by: 42
๐ Early melanoma detection based on a hybrid YOLOv5 and ResNet technique โ M Elshahawy, A Elnemr, M Oproescu, AG ศchiopu, et al., Diagnostics, 13(17), 2804, ๐๏ธ 2023, ๐ Cited by: 18
๐ The influence of processing time on morphology, structure and functional properties of PEO coatings on AZ63 magnesium alloy โ SG Moga, DA Negrea, CM Ducu, AG ศchiopu, et al., Applied Sciences, 12(24), 12848, ๐๏ธ 2022, ๐ Cited by: 16
๐ Fe3O4 CoreโShell Nanostructures with Anticancer and Antibacterial Properties: A Mini-Review โ MA Ioศa, LM Cursaru, AG ศchiopu, et al., Processes, 11(7), 1882, ๐๏ธ 2023, ๐ Cited by: 10
๐ Elaboration and nanostructural study of pure and Al doped ZnO nanopowders โ AG Plฤiaศu, M Abrudeanu, MM Dicu, C Monty, Journal of Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials, 16(9-10), 1116-1120, ๐๏ธ 2014, ๐ Cited by: 7
๐ Overview on plasma electrolytic oxidation of magnesium alloys for medical and engineering applications โ I Patrascu, MC Ducu, AD Negrea, AG Plฤiaศu, et al., IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1251(1), 012001, ๐๏ธ 2022, ๐ Cited by: 6
๐ Microstructure and properties of copper and 5754 aluminum alloy joints by friction stir welding โ DM Iordache, MC Ducu, AG Plฤiaศu, et al., Rev. Chim. (Bucharest), 68(3), 459-463, ๐๏ธ 2017, ๐ Cited by: 6